Myanmar Cyclone

In early May, a massive cyclone hit Myanmar causing immense damage and killing at least 400 people. The true extent of the destruction is hard to know due to flooding, blocked roads and downed communications.

Thankfully all of our friends and partners were physically safe, but Aung Pha and Thida suffered significant damage to their home. Insurance does not exist in Myanmar in the way we are familiar with, and in the face of disaster many people are left on their own.

We were able to help Aung Pha receive the financial support needed to repair his home—around $1,700 US dollars. Because of the generosity of the Uncharted community, we were able to respond immediately and Aung Pha is able to start working back toward normalcy for his family. If you would like to contribute to designated funds for Myanmar and be a part of responses to immediate needs and emergencies, you can make a special gift to Myanmar here.

While clean-up efforts are underway for the millions of people affected by the storm, clean water and supplies are running low, and there is a critical need for shelters, food, medicine and healthcare services. Please continue to keep the people of Myanmar in your prayers and pray for our Field Partners to find ways to respond.